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SPAC Operations Manager

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University of Maryland

Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
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Job Description

Position Number:

121931

Title:

Manager

Functional Title:

SPAC Operations Manager

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.00

Unit:

VPR-Sponsored Programs Accounting and Compliance

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.

The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

Reporting to the Associate Director, Operations, the Manager Operations will be primarily responsible for managing the daily operations of the award set-up, cash management and closeout teams in Workday Enterprise Systems. Duties include ensuring timely and accurate setup of sponsored award data, payment posting, and closeout. Overall, the Manager Operations is responsible for managing the operations team duties and acting as a liaison with offices associated with Workday and offices associated with over $600M in annual sponsored programs from federal, state and private and local sponsors.

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University or College.

Experience:

7 years of professional business or financial management experience that includes experience in grant financial management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Skilled in Microsoft Office software.
Supervisory experience.

Preferences:

Working knowledge of Workday Enterprise Systems.
Working knowledge of federal grant regulations 2CFR 200 and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Technical and management experience analyzing, evaluating, and improving automated financial systems in an environment characterized by a high volume, complex, and multiple transaction streams, basic internal controls associated with the billing and accounts receivable management.
Demonstrated leadership qualities in developing and implementing complex integrated financial systems and in cross-functional efforts to improve financial and administrative processes.
Demonstrated leadership ability in developing and maintaining personal contacts with campus Faculty and department Business Managers and Administrators.
Ability to develop goals and objectives for the staff based on the strategic goals of the Vice President for Research Office.
Knowledge and understanding of a university environment in a post award environment
Strong written and oral communication skills.
A strong client/customer service philosophy.

Additional Information:

No visa sponsorship for this position.
Hybrid work negotiable.
Salary range is $76,664 – $95,830.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Physical Demands

Sedentary work performed in a normal office environment; exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Ability to attend meetings both on and off campus. Spending long hours in front of a computer screen.

Posting Date:

07/26/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

08/09/2024

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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